What is the cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Ireland?

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Ireland is to train and fly which costs €55 - €180 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prestwick to Ireland?

The fastest way to get from Prestwick to Ireland is to train and fly which takes 4h 58m and costs €55 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Ireland?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick to Ireland. However, there are services departing from Gardiner Street and arriving at Westland Row via Ayr and Glengall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Ireland?

The distance between Prestwick and Ireland is 354 km.

How do I travel from Prestwick to Ireland without a car?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Ireland without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 9h 13m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Prestwick to Ireland?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Prestwick to Ireland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Ireland bus from?

Prestwick to Ireland bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Ayr station.

Where does the Prestwick to Ireland bus arrive?

Prestwick to Ireland bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where can I stay near Ireland?

There are 1069+ hotels available in Ireland.

Prestwick to Ireland - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus and ferry

There are 10 ways to get from Prestwick to Ireland by train, plane, busferry, car, car ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Belfast International Airport, train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS)GLA - BFS
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk
5h 14m
€67–162
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Dublin Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Dublin Airport (DUB)GLA - DUB
4h 58m
€55–171
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Ayr to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
9h 13m
Train, bus and ferry
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Stranraer
2. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dublin ConnollyIc / ...
9h 38m
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Prestwick to Cairnryan
2. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
3. Drive from Belfast to Dublin
5h 8m
€78–119
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to George Best Belfast City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)GLA - BHD
3. Take the train from Belfast Grand Central to Dundalk
5h 3m
€69–200
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Cork Airport
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Paisley Gilmour Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Cork Airport (ORK)GLA - ORK
5h 28m
€92–175
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Dublin Airport
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow Central
2. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station to Edinburgh Airport Bus Stop D
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Dublin Airport (DUB)EDI - DUB
6h 19m
€62–180
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Ayr to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Glengall Street to Westland Row785
9h 49m
Bus and ferry, bus via Burlington Road
1. Take the busferry from Ayr to Belfast, Europa Buscentre923
2. Take the bus from Europa Bus Centre to The Gresham Hotel705x
10h 1m

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Belfast International Airport (BFS) flights

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45 minAverage Duration

€25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 354 km
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Prestwick, Scotland and Ireland?

There is no direct connection from Prestwick to Ireland. However, you can take the train to Paisley Gilmour Street, walk to New Sneddon Street, take the bus to Sanderling Road, walk to Glasgow Airport (GLA) airport, fly to Belfast International Airport (BFS), walk to Belfast International Airport, take the bus to Grand Central Bus Stand 10, walk to Belfast Grand Central, then take the train to Dundalk. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gardiner Street to Dublin Pearse via Ayr Bus Station, Ayr, Belfast, Europa Buscentre, Belfast Grand Central, and Dublin Connolly in around 9h 13m.

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